assumption
US /əˈsʌmp.ʃən/
UK /əˈsʌmp.ʃən/
1.
假設, 假定
a thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof
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We are working on the assumption that the economy will improve.
我們正在基於經濟會好轉的假設進行工作。
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His assumption proved to be incorrect.
他的假設被證明是不正確的。
2.
承擔, 掌權
the act of taking power or responsibility
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The assumption of power by the new government was peaceful.
新政府的掌權是和平的。
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Her assumption of leadership roles was natural.
她承擔領導角色是很自然的。